Highway Maintenance Worker - Medium Equipment Operator (61034340)

State-of-South-Carolina; South Carolina; On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

South Carolina Department of Transportation is seeking a field technician to perform manual labor tasks related to drainage installation and repair, operate power tools and medium-duty equipment, and assist with vegetation management and traffic control in work zones. The role supports road and bridge maintenance within the state highway system.

Typical duties include coordinating traffic control, working with tandem dump trucks, skid steers, and large rollers, and assisting in emergency

Qualifications

• Six months of related work experience or an approved equivalent.
• A valid motor vehicle operator’s license is required.
• CDL Class A must be obtained within six months of placement.
• Must be physically able to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Perform manual labor to install/repair catch basins and drainage structures and lay drainage pipes.
• Operate power tools and medium-duty equipment as needed.
• Support road/bridge maintenance within the state highway system including traffic control setup per guidelines.
• Assist in emergency/inclement weather operations; may require extended hours or 12-hour shifts.

Skills

Manual labor

Power tools

Heavy equipment operation

Traffic control coordination

Physical stamina

Tools

Tandem dump truck

Skid steer

Large roller (>4 tons)

Combination tractor with mower

Job description

Performs manual labor to assist with installing and repairing catch basins and other drainage structures and placing drainage pipes. Operates power tools. Performs skilled manual labor and operates medium-duty equipment such as tandem dump truck, skid steer, and large roller (>4 tons) in a variety of activities associated with the repair and preservation of roads and bridges in the state highway system. Performs a variety of vegetation management activities using equipment such as a combination tractor with side-mounted mower. Coordinates the placement of traffic control devices to properly set up a work zone according to the SCDOT Work Zone Traffic Control and Field Guide to warn motorists. Assists in emergency and inclement weather operations; may include being available for extended working hours or 12-hour shifts during the day or night. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Six (6) months of related work experience; or an approved acceptable equivalence. Necessary Special Requirement: A valid motor vehicle operator’s license is required. Requires attainment of a Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) within six (6) months of placement in the position.

The physical demands for the essential functions involves bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, climbing, balancing, kneeling, pushing, pulling, and grasping. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. Walking for extended periods, treading rough terrain, working in close proximity to motoring traffic, and in natural environmental hazards. May be required to work outside normal scheduled work week; especially during inclement weather.

Non-Discrimination Statement: The South Carolina Department of Transportation is committed to a diverse workforce and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.